ICS MQRES Physics Nitride Semiconductors PhD Scholarship
Closing Date: 17 October 2008
PhD Scholarship in Experimental Condensed Matter and Synchrotron Physics
A full-time PhD Macquarie University Research Excellence Scholarships (MQRES) is currently available in the Division of Information and Communication Sciences for a project in experimental condensed matter and synchrotron Physics. The successful candidate will undertake PhD research on Growth and Characterization of Novel Magnetic Rare-Earth Nitride Semiconductors.
The series of novel rare-earth nitride semiconductor materials, from CeN through to LuN, has garnered considerable interest recently. Current state-of-the-art theoretical work has predicted that several of these materials are magnetic semiconductors, potentially suitable for use in spintronic applications, and yet there is very little firm experimental data to confirm or refute this. In the context of current work, involving collaborations with several key researchers in the field, the project will include thin-film growth of these materials using existing remote plasma enhanced chemical vapour deposition equipment and subsequent characterization of samples using optical, physical, and synchrotron x-ray based techniques.
MQRES scholarships are available to domestic and international students. Applicants should have completed an Australian undergraduate degree with first class honours in a relevant discipline (Telecommunications, Engineering) or equivalent research qualifications, such as a Masters degree with substantial thesis component. Early career professionals interested in returning to higher degree studies are particularly encouraged to apply.
The MQRES stipend is currently $20,007 p.a. tax exempt (2008). Tenure is 3.5 years full-time, subject to satisfactory progress. Tuition fees will be funded for the scholarship tenure with domestic students receiving RTS placement for their research degree tuition and International award holders having their fees sponsored.
Further information regarding the project, may be obtained by contacting the supervisor, Dr James Downes +61-2-9850-8900, james.downes@mq.edu.au .
Application forms (see below) and conditions for awards are available from the Higher Degree Research Office, telephone +61-2-9850 7987, email: hdrschol@vc.mq.edu.au.
Applications should be forwarded to:
The Scholarship Officer
The Research Hub
Level 3, C5C East
Macquarie University NSW 2109
AUSTRALIA
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